Societal Changes

2 words in this vocabulary list

noun a state of disuse or inactivity

  • The law fell into desuetude after not being enforced for many years.
  • The tradition of wearing hats to church has fallen into desuetude.
  • No one really uses that slang term anymore, it's in desuetude.
  • His once popular music career has now faded into desuetude.

noun a term used to describe the decision of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle to step back from their roles as senior members of the British royal family

  • The decision by the Duke and Duchess of Sussex to step back from royal duties is commonly referred to as Megxit.
  • Have you heard about Megxit? It's all over the news!
  • Megxit is causing quite a stir in the royal family.
  • The aftermath of Megxit has left many questioning the future of the monarchy.